11 h. ago Popular hair growth cream recalled over risk of 'serious injury or death from poisoning'

Officials are raising the alarm over a popular hair loss serum sold nationwide amid fears that it could cause serious injury or death, particularly among children.

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14 h. ago From Edinburgh to London: Local haircare founder grows while staying true to Scottish roots

Known for its popular hair growth oil, owner Louisa has taken ‘She’s Thick’ down south, partnering with blonde specialist salons to broaden the brand’s reach.

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40 h. ago Urgent Vauxhall, Citroen, Peugeot 'fire risk' recall on 28 different car models

A total of 28 models across the Alfa Romeo, Citroen, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Peugeot and Vauxhall brands could be at risk, through loosened nuts on a fuel pipe, which could result in an engine fire

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40 h. ago Urgent Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen recall as 72,000 drivers told of 'fire risk'

A total of 28 different models are subject to the potential issue

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40 h. ago Do not eat warning issued as major supermarket chain recalls pork pies due severe risk

The supermarket urged customers to return the product to the store from where it was bought for a full refund or replacement. If purchased online, it provided a helpline number.

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3 d. ago Urgent recall after popular supermarket pies taken off shelves over 'health risk'

A recall has been issued for a popular food product over fears it poses an allergens risk. The Food Standards Agency has issued a warning in relation to a pack of mini pies

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4 d. ago Daylesford Organic's nut butter recalled over metal contamination risk

Daylesford Organic is recalling its Cacao Double Nut Butter due to potential metal contamination, posing a choking hazard

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6 d. ago Depression, suicides, overdoses: broad impacts of US wildfires revealed in study

Fallout goes beyond deaths and injuries, including lung damage and deaths caused by healthcare disruptionsNew research looking at the aftermath of some of the deadliest wildfires to have struck the US in recent years has shed light on the devastating effects the disasters have on human health, with impacts that extend far beyond the official death toll and injury counts.Three studies published this week examine the long-term fallout from the Maui and Los Angeles wildfires, including depression, suicide and overdose deaths, lung damage, and deaths caused by healthcare disruptions. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Popular sweet snacks recalled as allergy sufferers risk rash, vomiting, and diarrhoea

The alert is specific to Scotland, England, and Wales

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6 d. ago Do not eat alert issued as health chiefs scramble to recall three cult chocolate bars due to deadly risk

Three cult Dubai-style chocolate bars have been urgently recalled by UK food safety chiefs over renewed fears they could trigger a fatal allergic reaction.

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3 w. ago Scottish firm urgently recalls multiple jam flavours over possible health risk

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) announced the recall in a new allergy alert.

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3 w. ago NHS facing ‘absolutely shocking’ £27bn bill for maternity failings in England

Exclusive: Legal actions rise after death or injury of hundreds of babies and women in recent yearsThe NHS is facing an “absolutely shocking” £27bn bill for maternity failings in England, the Guardian can reveal, after a series of hospital scandals triggered a record level of legal claims.Hundreds of babies and women have died or suffered life-altering conditions as a result of botched care in NHS trusts across the country in recent years, prompting the government to launch a “rapid” national inquiry. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Nursing chief 'can't recall' seeing risk assessment that led to suspension of nurse who had complained about trans doctor using female changing room

Gillian Malone said she perceived that allegations about Ms Peggie confronting transgender medic Dr Beth Upton were 'unacceptable'.

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3 w. ago Fife NHS head of nursing 'can't recall' risk assessment behind Sandie Peggie’s suspension

Ms Peggie was suspended after she complained about having to share a changing room with Dr Upton at the Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy, Fife - where they both worked - on Christmas Eve 2023.

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3 w. ago Head of nursing ‘can’t recall’ risk assessment behind Sandie Peggie’s suspension

The nurse was suspended after complaining about sharing a changing room with trans doctor Beth Upton.

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